Prince And Family: Dileep's Comedy Drama To Release On This Date
Besides Dileep and Raniya Raanaa, Prince and Family also stars Dhyan Sreenivasan, Siddique, Bindu Panicker, Manju Pillai, Johny Antony and Josekutty Jacob in key roles
Prince and Family, the heartfelt comedy drama, is ready for an OTT premiere. The film, directed by Binto Stephen released in the theatres on May 9. Starring Malayalam star Dileep, the movie is set against the backdrop of rural Kerala. The plot centres around an introverted bridal boutique owner, Prince (Dileep), considered the most eligible bachelor in town. He gets married to a woman, Chinchu Rani (Raniya Raanaa), who is the polar opposite of his personality. Soon, chaos and comedy unfold due to their contrasting traits coming into conflict.
Prince and Family will be arriving on Zee5 on June 20. On June 10, Dileep shared the announcement on Instagram. His post was accompanied by a poster of the film, depicting the cast. The side note read, 'Winning the hearts of the audience with big giggles and small bursts, the first family hit of 2025, Prince and Family on our own Zee5 Malayalam from June 20th."
Take a look:
Prince and Family's script is penned by Sharis Mohammed, and the film is produced by Listin Stephen under the banners of Magic Frames. Besides the lead cast, the movie also stars Dhyan Sreenivasan, Siddique, Bindu Panicker, Manju Pillai, Johny Antony, and Josekutty Jacob in key roles.
Not long ago, Dileep expressed his gratitude to fans for Prince and Family's positive response. The 57-year-old, in a conversation with OTT Play, revealed, 'I am obviously thrilled. When Pavi Caretaker was released, we did not get a lot of theatres. Plus, there is a general notion that prevents people from going to theatres to watch my movies anymore. I believe that has changed with this film."
He added, 'More than it being a commercial movie, it also addresses a relevant subject about the influence of social media in our lives. I think that is what has struck a chord with the audience. I could see that response in theatre visits… When veteran actors get good characters in good films, those movies will work. I hope I keep getting those good roles."
Prince and Family carries a special significance, as the film marks Dileep's 150th project in his illustrious career.
First Published:
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
New Indian Express
an hour ago
- New Indian Express
Senna Hegde's next film titled Avihitham
Senna made his directorial debut with the 2016 docu-drama 0-41 and later directed the Kannada romantic comedy Katheyondu Shuruvagide. His breakthrough came with the Malayalam feature Thinkalazhcha Nishchayam, which was showcased at the International Film Festival of Kerala and went on to win the National Award for Best Malayalam Film in 2020. It also secured two Kerala State Film Awards, including Best Story and Best Second Film. Senna has since directed Sharafudheen's 1744 White Alto and Kunchacko Boban's Padmini.
Time of India
4 hours ago
- Time of India
Dulquer Salmaan introduces the characters of Malayalam cinema's first woman superhero film 'Lokah - Chapter 1 - Chandra'
Actor Dulquer Salmaan on Monday released the character names of director Dominic Arun 's eagerly awaited woman superhero film 'Lokah - Chapter 1 - Chandra', featuring actress Kalyani Priyadarshan in the lead. It may be recalled that Dulquer Salmaan's production house, Wayfarer Films, is producing the superhero series. Dulquer Salmaan took to his social media accounts to announce the character names in the much-awaited film, which will incidentally be Malayalam cinema's first woman superhero film. Dulquer wrote, "Introducing the people of Lokah ! @kalyanipriyadarshan as Chandra, @naslenofficial as Sunny, @chanduveeyyy as Venu, @arunthekurian as Naijil & @iamsandy_off as Inspector Nachiappa. Stay tuned for an exciting cinematic experience! #Lokah #theyliveamongus." A teaser of the film, which was released a few days ago by the makers, has only added to the excitement of fans eagerly awaiting the film. The teaser shows that Kalyani Priyadarshan's character Chandra has superhero powers and that her powers are legendary. Some of her superpowers include being able to rise up in air and move faster than a fired bullet. The teaser gives the impression that Chandra has a past -- one that dates back to a time in history when people rode on horseback. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Your Finger Shape Says a Lot About Your Personality, Read Now Tips and Tricks Undo The teaser also shows that Naslen is among the few to find out about Chandra's superhero status. The teaser also gave away the fact that Tamil dance choreographer and actor Sandy plays a police officer in the film. Written and directed by Dominic Arun, the film has cinematography by Nimish Raviand and editing by Chaman Chakko. Music for the film is by music composer Jakes Bejoy . The film will have action sequences choreographed by one of the best in the world, Yannick Ben . Additional Screenplay and dramaturgy for the film have been done by Santhy Balachandran , while art direction for the film is by Jithu Sebastian. Melwy J, Archana Rao have been roped in as costume designers for the film, which will have Sasikumar, MuRi and Zeba Tommy as its lyricists. The makers have announced that the film is to hit screens for Onam this year. "Get the latest updates on Times of India, including reviews of the movie Coolie and War 2 ."
Time of India
5 hours ago
- Time of India
Anuj Sachdeva: Art can't thrive in a VIP culture
Anuj Sachdeva Despite venturing into films and OTT platforms early in his career, Anuj Sachdeva's journey beyond television has been far from easy. The actor, recently seen in Chhal Kapat – The Deception, shares, 'I've always maintained that I'm trying to push my luck and put my best foot forward. The challenges are ongoing, and I don't think that will ever change. But I'm not desperate. I'm willing to wait for the right opportunities.' He believes that landing good roles has become even more difficult, primarily due to the recycling of familiar faces and the dominance of star power. Having been part of projects like Delhi Heights, Hawaa Hawaai, and Breathe, Anuj says, 'OTT has formed its own lobby. You often see the same set of actors being cast repeatedly, which makes it harder for others to get a chance. I still hope the focus shifts back to the characters, not just the actors. ' He continues, 'Give me the opportunity and I'll deliver. I know my capabilities, and if something doesn't suit me, I'll be honest about it. I'm open to attending workshops and putting in the effort. Honing one's craft and carving out a place doesn't happen overnight.' What initially promised to be a character-driven medium, OTT today seems increasingly influenced by follower counts and star value. Reflecting on the shift, Anuj says, 'Earlier, casting was about finding someone who fit the character. Now, if you don't have a certain number of followers, you might not even be considered. And people forget—not all followers are real. I've also been asked about my social media numbers, but I've chosen to grow my presence organically rather than take shortcuts. ' He adds, 'It's like a newly built temple; open to everyone at first, but once it becomes popular, queues and hierarchies emerge. But art can't thrive in a VIP culture. The focus should be on the story and the project. A good filmmaker will cast someone who fits the role, not just a name to prop up a weak script.' While Anuj continues to pursue meaningful roles professionally, he finds contentment in his personal life. Asked about his relationship status and whether he misses companionship, he says, 'I'm single. Of course, there's pressure to settle down and start a family at a certain age, but I'm not in that space right now. I find joy in caring for the dogs and cats in my compound. The love and affection I get from them is more than enough for me. '
